NFSR 126 over Bald River
FairMonroe County, Tennessee · No Data Entered · Structure no. 080404000001007
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 41 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 1990 count
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
NFSR 126 over Bald River is a steel culvert carrying NFSR 126 over Bald River in Monroe County, Tennessee. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 years old, older than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 100 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 150 by 2045. The structure is 41 ft (12.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 15.5 mi (25 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NFSR 126 over Bald River built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.
What condition is NFSR 126 over Bald River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.
How much traffic does NFSR 126 over Bald River carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (1990 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is NFSR 126 over Bald River?
The structure is 41 ft (12.4 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).
Who owns NFSR 126 over Bald River?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.